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Disney lowers 2024 forecast for Disney+ subscribers by 15 million
An inflatable Disney+ logo is pictured at a press event ahead of launching a streaming service in the Middle East and North Africa, at Dubai Opera in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, June 7, 2022. Yousef Saba | Reuter Disney on Wednesday lowered its 2024 forecast for Disney+ to 215 million to 245 million subscribers, down […]
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Disney raises prices for Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+ as streaming services post big operating loss
Disney unveiled a new pricing structure that incorporates an advertising-supported Disney+ as part of an effort to make its streaming business profitable. Starting Dec. 8 in the U.S., Disney+ with commercials will be $7.99 per month — currently the price of Disney+ without ads. The price of ad-free Disney+ will rise 38% to $10.99 — […]
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Disney subscriber growth blows past estimates, as company beats on top and bottom line
A performer dressed as Mickey Mouse entertains guests during the reopening of the Disneyland theme park in Anaheim, California, U.S., on Friday, April 30, 2021. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images If Disney+’s subscriber growth is any indication, the rumors that the global streaming market is nearing saturation have been proven untrue. On Wednesday, the […]
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Why major analysts say Disney’s subscriber guidance needs to come down
As Disney prepares to report earnings Wednesday, major analysts fear further disappointment is in store for investors as streaming subscriber estimates remain too high and need to come down. The entertainment giant has said it plans for its Disney+ streaming service to have between 230 million and 260 million subscribers by the end of 2024. […]
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Disney’s earnings could define how the media industry views streaming’s future
A performer dressed as Mickey Mouse entertains guests during the reopening of the Disneyland theme park in Anaheim, California, U.S., on Friday, April 30, 2021. Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images Disney will put a stamp on how the media industry views streaming’s growth potential — at least for the time being — when it […]
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Citi’s stocks to play the biggest themes of our time like automation and AI
As markets remain saddled with short-term turmoil and recession fears, one top strategist recommends investors start seeking out stocks with long-term structural growth stories. Citi’s Scott Chronert believes stocks that play into the biggest trends of our time, such as artificial intelligence and automation, could start outperforming from here. “Why are we considering themes now? […]
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4 takeaways from the Investing Club’s ‘Morning Meeting’ on Tuesday
Every weekday the CNBC Investing Club with Jim Cramer holds a “Morning Meeting” livestream at 10:20 a.m. ET. Here’s a recap of Tuesday’s key moments. We are sticking to NVDA despite struggles in sector We’re trimming an oil stake Tensions with China could worsen chips shortage Quick mentions: CRM, COST, AMZN, DHR, DIS 1. We […]
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5 things to know before the stock market opens Tuesday
Traders work on the trading floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York, August 8, 2022. Andrew Kelly | Reuters Here are the most important news items that investors need to start their trading day: 1. Stock futures mixed U.S. equities markets were poised for a subdued open Tuesday morning, a day […]
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Cramer’s week ahead: Hot inflation numbers could push Fed to raise rates in August
CNBC’s Jim Cramer on Monday said the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates in August, before its next scheduled meeting in September, if this week’s economic data shows that inflation isn’t abating. “The Fed is still in charge of this market. A week ago, it looked like they might ease up, but after Friday’s red-hot […]
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Ezra Miller charged with felony burglary days after Warner Bros Discovery CEO Zaslav praises ‘Flash’ movie
Actor Ezra Miller arrives at the premiere of Warner Bros. Pictures’ ‘Justice League’ at Dolby Theatre on November 13, 2017 in Hollywood, California. Axelle | Bauer-Griffin | Filmmagic | Getty Images As David Zaslav seeks to revamp Warner Bros.’ Discovery’s DC cinematic universe, one of the studio’s biggest stars continues to make headlines for alleged […]
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